Yasukuni Shrine - Shrine

A controversial Shinto shrine honoring Japan’s war dead

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CountryJapan
CityTokyo
CategoryShrine
GroupCultural and Historical Travel
NameYasukuni Shrine
TitleA controversial Shinto shrine honoring Japan’s war dead
Rating 4.4/5
Address3 Chome-1-1 Kudankita, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 102-8246
Duration1-2 hours
Cost/FeeFree
Operation Hours06:00 AM - 06:00 PM
TransportationTrain, Bus
Known ForWar memorials, torii gates, historical museum
Other Info.Photography allowed (restricted)
Best Time To VisitMorning
ToursNo
DescriptionYasukuni Shrine honors the spirits of Japan’s war dead and offers visitors insight into its military history, although it remains a subject of political controversy.

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